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    Buren
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What a great man

    The Scout
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Another dystopian case told as a feel-good story. Without wishing to diminish the life's work of this undubitably great man - wouldn't it be nice if students could actually go to college without going into debt or someone sacrificing his life earnings for them? Oh, wait - lots of countries got this.

    Gerard Neaux
    Community Member
    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Also some countries will get you in student debt just 10-20k, which is 10-20x less (and way more payable) than the 200k many US universities charge.

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    Hi, I'm Mars!
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The man has a golden heart but it's sad as f**k that education isn't a right in 'Murica.

    Rachel
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That "right" has a price tag - it's called taxes. Countries with affordable higher education have painfully high income taxes. If you don't use the "benefit" why should you have to pay for it in taxes? Prospective students have to know that their selected area of study should enable them to get jobs that are paying well enough to make student loan payments. Otherwise, others who will not partake in the "rewards" should not have to pony up to pay for others.

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    Gaby Almodovar
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Great guy! But ... What a shame, that he had to do this...and not the state/country itself doing it from taxes.Yeah, money for military is the first, because f*****g up lives on the other part of the world is more important, than the own citizens.

    OhNoAO
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He didn't HAVE to do anything, he chose too. Everything in life is a choice that's best not influenced by other people's opinions.

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    Magoomba
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They erect statues to honor men inferior to him.

    Mary Rose Kent
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I absolutely get your point, but I think it’s time we completely stop making statues of anyone

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    Glen MacLeod
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Alright, who is chopping onions?

    kathy fitzpatrick
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Just think of all the lives he influenced, the actual recipients, their children, other family members, untold others helped/influenced by the donor’s actions…. Major domino effect of goodness!! Thank you!

    P.A.B.
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A life well lived because he did it on his own terms, not how society might think he should.

    Rez Fidel
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Again…. This is not a feel good story… what kind of distopian shitshow system will let a poor worker spend his lifesavings for something the state should take care of… f*****g sad actually

    OhNoAO
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A bit extreme, don't you think. He chose to live his life the way he did and he chose what he want wanted to do with his fortune after he passed away. It's no different then someone leaving everything to someone in their will. I don't hear anybody bitching about people that choose to do nothing except selfish s**t with their inherited earnings and how they're not helping anyone. There is only so much blame one can direct towards another before accountability all comes back on you.

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    Ramirez rachael
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And he’s a Cubs fan! This man is a gem!

    aNAKEDcupcake
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wow! What a selfless thoughtful act of kindness!!!!

    Patricia Gardner
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    God Bless Him 🙌🏾🙏🏾🙌🏾

    Janet Pattison
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Now that is a man who created a lot of really good karma for himself.

    Pamela McInnis
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He looks like my Dad, who is dearly missed.

    Leslie Tollefson
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I read about him just the other day! They call themselves “Dale’s kids” and they’re doctors, lawyers, engineers, therapists - and they meet every year in his honor.

    Angel Ash
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Dale's Kids program pays the tuition of 4 students statewide every year as well. The program started in 2006, a year after Dale passed. He was such a sweetheart!

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    Keisha
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    WOW !!! It's hard to believe people that selfless exist. We should all aspire to be like Dale Schroeder.

    Mya Lugar
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Fantastically generous and thoughtful human being! I would challenge those who decide they don't want to be parents to give regularly to a scolorship fund for low income students with good grades. You have saved a lot of money and responsibility for others by not "participating", so help give the planet one more educated human. haha

    Adam Sherrill
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The fact that he spent 67 years saving all his money and only was able to send 33 students to college says a lot about how much colleges are.

    Angel Ash
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The top of the line medical and law schools here in Iowa do cost a lot, but Dale paid for 8-12 years of college and medical school for a few of the students. Now Dale's Kids is a program that passes the luck onto 4 students every year.

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    Mina Minx
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I know this is not the point of the story, but I would like to know his secret to jeans lasting 67 years!

    Zoran Ilić
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Noone said he wore the exact same 2 pairs for his entire career, more likely he never owned more then 2.

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    Asi Bassey
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Correction, he had 33 children.

    Dorothy Cloud
    Community Member
    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What a blessing he gave to those students!!

    rheta duncan
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The last beneficiary graduated in 2019. Wonderful

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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

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    JMC
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The largest circulated newspapers from the largest cities ought to print a story a day to prove how many good people sacrifice daily, and what a wonderful world we live in from their good deeds. BRAVO to a generous man, a man of goodness, and kindness.

    Hugh DeMann
    Community Member
    2 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They were called SCHROEDER-SHIPS

    777dbcoonass metal
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I don't believe his life wasn't as mundane as the story makes it sound.

    777dbcoonass metal
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sad that this mans' life was so drab, or so the story makes it sound.

    Jennifer Ramesch
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I hope Jeff Bezos and his billionaire buddies read this! How about paying off student debt globally!

    Rapunzel Bean
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    okay what the f**k is this so wholesome 😐 ehh nice either way

    Kelly Noble
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He was a fantastic caring soul

    Mars-I010.
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And I (some of us) wish to help people, wealthy.

    Brandon Gille
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He spent 67 years wishing he went to college. Well definitely 47 years. After 20 years of construction with no end in sight he had to know that he made a terrible decision.

    Corinne Riede
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Mr. Schroder, one of a kind and a great gift to society.

    Chicken Tender
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There's a special place for all that good he did, amazing selfless person.

    The_Tired_Artist
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Respect. I dont know how people do this

    Charlotte James
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    3 years ago

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    Alfonsina Farias
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Amazing! No student gave him a house as a present?

    Seraphelle Burdine
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We need more people like him in this world

    K.Rich
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    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I wouldn't have taken that man's money. I would have been honored that he wanted to help, but I worked to put myself through school then I joined the Army to pay for my last six classes. He's a kind man and I hope those kids give back to him.

    mymommatoldme
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Folks, this is what a superHERO looks like.

    Elise Williams
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The next best thing we can give another human besides love, is a good education.

    Laura Hansen
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Thank God, some hope for humanity. I often despair.

    Carole Drolet-Yost
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Now that's somebody that really appreciates education As a language Specialist I congratulate and thank him from the bottom of my heart 💜❤️

    Sandra Jeffrey
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    God bless you sir, and thank you for your thoughtfulness.

    Karen Hinnant
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Bravo to that!!!!! If everyone thought even a smig like this!!!!!! Wow wouldn’t we all be better for it.

    Jenn G-mack
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    & those who were helped created a group called Dale's kids

    Patricia Stilwell
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What a testament to this man. What a legacy.

    Jessica Cain
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why can't more people be like Dale

    C Pryce
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He has the best cloud in heaven all plumped up ready and waiting for him

    Rachel Thomashefsky
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What a wonderful beautiful human being. I wish the world haspre people like him in it We can all learn a lesson from this

    Darling Lindsay
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is what I call A calling, A good man with God heart.

    V Bingham
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have so much respect for Mr Schroder, there is a Huge difference in life between want and need, most spend their lives realizing which one they want!!!

    Sandra Anderson
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Thank you for being a beacon in this world! I sent 3 daughters off to college on full ride scholarships by these same kinds of kindnesses. They all have amazing jobs! & Pay it forward everytime they see an opportunity...

    Ruby Howard
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Talk about paying it forward. A totally humble and unselfish man. You make me proud to be human.

    Debra Newell
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Guaranteed entry into the pearly gates of "Heaven", when God is ready to take him home. Wonderful soul.

    Barbie Beauregard
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What a wonderful gesture to those 33 students

    Dani R
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    More people should know his name

    Liv
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love how they needed to specify that he owned 2 pairs of jeans

    Lindsey M.
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm a born and raised Iowan and have definitely heard this many times growing up. It never gets old!

    Jesi
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This restored my faith in humanity.

    M.E. Bon
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    An ANGEL on earth! WOW, thank you!

    Shirley Guffey Daniel
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wow!! He had a heart of gold. Bless his heart.

    Sarah
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This man should have a statue errected to him in his state. This sort of philanthropy and selfless generosity is sorely missing today. It needs to be shown far and wide to inspire others.

    Sandhey Yudo Harsono
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I believe Tom Hanks and Steven Spielberg will interest to make it a movie.

    Mary Gard
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Saw something beyond himself.

    Nita
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There still wonderful people out there

    sad frog lover
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And then there are people like Elon musk who hoard all of their money instead of helping anyone.

    Janet Graham
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There have been several stories like this...folks working away their lives while sending kids to college. Awesome.

    Addison Bryant
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    wow. to be so selfless. If only more people were like this

    J. Brown
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The picture of generosity.

    Cuervo
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    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why don't we hold Universities accountable for their extremely high tuition rates and student lifetime of debt??

    Ashley Thompson
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    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Heaven is expecting him, hopefully.

    Alex
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He had 33 kids in his heart

    Angel Ash
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I got the chance to meet Mr. Schroeder before he died. He was the most amazing man! He even taught me how to hem denim! Since his passing 7 years ago the Dale's Kids program has continued gifting scholarships to 4 lucky Iowa students every year!!! Great people like him make me proud to live in Des Moines!!

    ממ יי
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Fibber! He's got a shirt, vest, cap & specs as well.

    Nicole Devlin
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What a selfless, kind & generous man!

    Brian Adams
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    In my mind he had 33 children and did well by them all.

    Steven Banning
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's people like this that no longer exists in humanity.

    Melissa Boyter
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You are buy far a great man a true Hero

    Brayden Sparks
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They say Jesus is among us and will come back one day. I believe he already is.

    Amy Doyle
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I love people like this. He if it's real will have had definitely earned his seat in heaven that's for sure.

    Lee Lee
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What a man.... God Bless you sir

    Elana Venter-Storm
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What a man. I want to become a silent do-er too

    Charlie Fick
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There’s great people and then there’s “great warm hearted” people.

    Gloria J Williams
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Thank you, Mr. Dale Schroeder, for your generosity.

    Digital Logic
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Dale Schroeder. A man I've never met nor even heard of till now has my deepest respect.

    Ulla Gundersen
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What a difference he made in those students lives!

    Stacie Bannon
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That’s a beautiful story. But out of respect him it should say a man, not a guy

    Natalie Cavendish
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I hope someone continues the Schroeder foundation to honor him

    Linda Garfield
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What a kind and insightful fellow.

    The Shark
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What brand are those jeans??

    Kim Lorton
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Educating the world… with what he had. Everything.

    Brandon Goraum
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's the most amazing thing I've ever even heard of !

    chonky_rubberband
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    then the group of kids created an organization and called themselves "Dale's Kids"

    Dorothy Cloud
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What a wonderful, selfless person. I do so hope he was appreciated!

    mrsjonesva
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wow. What a selfless act. More people need to know his name

    Amber Miller
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Thank you Dale Schroeder's of the world

    Nola B
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What a generous man! God bless him.

    weatherwitch
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Fantastic, kind, generous man ❤️

    sharron lynn parsons
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I recall reading about this great man, God bless him !!!

    Katie McCready
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Amazing! I hope he has a street named for him there!

    Emma Ramos
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    OMG!!!! May he be forever blessed for this good deed. HERO !!!!

    Josey Griffin
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Very very humble. You are a true hero

    Merilyn Horton
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Thank you sir. You’ve made a difference

    Mike Weber
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wow, having children is expensive!

    Mya Lugar
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Saint Dale, blessings on you!!

    Starlee87
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    People that think of others before themselves

    Abbas Fahmy
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Lived a more meaningful and rewarding life than most people can claim.

    Barbara Georgas
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    WOW-There truly are ANGELS on Earth.

    Lori Rutherford
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hundreds of people do things like this every day...NEVER.

    Alex Foster
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I've read this one before! The kids he sent to school formed a group and called their group after his name. I think they try and do good things too but I don't know.

    Courtney Delaney
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We need more people like this in the world. I find it is often those who know what it’s like to struggle that are the ones that give what they can to those less fortunate WITHOUT the motivation of a tax write-off BUT RATHER out of the kindness and caring in their hearts. Speaking from experience…my small contributions may not make a huge impact on the world, but hopefully an impact on 1 person, 1 family, 1 organization, etc. I try to teach my son that it’s a wild world & sometimes people need a hand, a meal, a dollar, a warm coat, somewhere dry to sleep, etc., & sometimes, when WE don’t have much to spare, a smile, a polite greeting, &/or a wave hello could be a gift to someone that turns their whole day around - & sometimes that is enough. Always pay it forward because you never know when you might be the one who needs a dollar or a smile to turn your day around. The most important lesson is to live a life of kindness & caring, whatever shape that takes in ur life, & always smile :)

    joyous
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I hope at least one of those colleges has a hall or building donated by those alumni and patently dedicated to Dale Schroeder. God bless that man.

    Kathy Molina
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    At-a-boy, Dale. I sure wish that you were in my life in the early 80's. This would have been the time for me to think about college - but I was to busy paying bills.

    Kurt Weatherly
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sure hope this was in the 70s or 80's. Because college now is more of curse than a blessing. But what a selfless kind and humble way to live. Let's all hope he was not atoning for something awful. : )

    Tara Markey
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sad that an education should cost anyone their life savings

    Lucca Wenner
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    An amazing man! Shocked he did not find an amazing woman.

    LaKeisha Oliver
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That slavery. They need to pay that man back. Retirement fund. That would have help with his farm up keep.

    Full Name
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It is sad that a country as rich as the USA has to rely on the generosity of strangers to be able to send their children to college.

    Shelley Clough
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He'll definitely be one of 147,000 that gets in. What an amazing human being!

    zoponex
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    How about a statue to this guy, instead of conquerors and generals.

    Mary Rose Kent
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I agree with the sentiment, but I personally feel that statues should stop being a thing.

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    Albert Kirsch
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Bloody shame the schools weren't free.

    Temperance Raziel
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Still noble, but actually his $3 million estate was donated after his death.

    DAISY
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    OOOH MY GOSH! HOW INCREDIBLY AWESOME! KUDOS TO THIS WONDERFUL GENTLEMAN!

    Stuart Irvin
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    if i were a woman id be honored to bare his children since theres a high chance his behaviour would be inherited

    Steve Riddle
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's what I call "Unbending Positive Intent."

    GoddessOdd
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    He had a mission to do good in the world, and I think that is the secret to a happy, fulfilling life.

    Barbara Georgas
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    WOW-There really are angels on earth, what a terrific gentleman.

    Harri Ellis
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Monetarily poor, rich in heart.

    Chris Yuen
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I go through 2 pair of jeans every year...

    Barbara Williamson
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What a wonderful man. He is a blessing. I hope the recepients appreciate what he did for them.

    Marley Militello
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Humanity can be saved thanks to these kind of people please try and be more like them ( talking to you haters, Karen’s, homophobic and transphobic People )

    Wagner Clerk
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

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    Shelly Graham
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hmmm worked as a carpenter, grew up poor, never married, had no bio kids, but gave everything he had to help others! Sounds like another Carpenter, He was born in Bethlehem!

    Jason Spalding
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    3 years ago

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    All 33 students ended up smoking the herb and dropped out of collage 2 years later😂

    Chris Scritchfield
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    3 years ago

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    Disregard female, aquire currency! Then what......hmmm....you go to college, you go to college and so on. This is a great little piece.

    Oogiebogieaugiedaddy
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    3 years ago

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    This generation thinks everything should be free. What a bunch of spineless derps!!!! All of should get out of life what you put in,,,,,,,nothing.

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    The ‘Weird Facts’ Instagram project eventually grew so large that its founder decided to branch out and create a trivia learning app. There are over 900 random, interesting, and genuine facts that you can learn and then wow your friends and family over dinner with. Some trivia might sound strange, true, but it’s all been double and triple-checked by ‘Weird Facts.’

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    Bored Panda has analyzed the topics of media literacy and how we can distinguish between true and false facts in quite a lot of detail before. Last week, I spoke to Steven Wooding, who is a member of the Institute of Physics in the United Kingdom, who elaborated on what kind of mindset a true, curious, impartial scientist ought to have.

     "Scientists have to be curious about how the world works and persistent in their work, as it may take years for it to pay off. Creativity to imagine what might be possible and attention to detail to gain knowledge are also very important," Steven told Bored Panda during an interview.

    #4

    Secret Good Deeds Club

    Three women smiling together representing weird facts about secret acts of kindness around the world.

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    #5

    Legacy of the Silent Strike

    Large crowd of women striking for equal rights in Iceland, a weird fact showing global gender equality progress.

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    Mazer
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It’s sad that the women had to shut down the country to get heard and taken seriously

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    #6

    Books for Every Little One

    Dolly Parton reading a book to children, illustrating weird facts about the world and unique educational programs.

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    "We have to be open-minded to new facts and let data guide the way, rather than just what we think. On the other hand, we should also be critical of data. One experiment doesn’t make a fact. A fact comes from experiments that can be repeated and verified many times over."

    According to the researcher, the advent of internet newsfeeds and platforms like TikTok and Twitter has shortened our attention spans. As a result, we tend to have a lower tolerance for long-form content that requires more focus and energy from us.

    #7

    Barking Up the Right Tree

    Black dog in Colombia trading leaves for biscuits at a food stall, illustrating weird facts about the world.

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    #8

    Unlikely Families, Unbreakable Bonds

    Man adopting baby with Down syndrome, sharing a heartwarming story about acceptance and love for disabled children.

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    OCD Mom
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is wholesome for the father and daughter. But it's sad on so many levels. Not only is this discrimination against single and gay parents, but they are also treating disabled children with so much disregard. I'm happy for the father, but there is so much to ponder about here.

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    #9

    Buried Truths and Bentleys

    Millionaire with shovel standing by a luxury car and large freshly dug hole illustrating weird facts about the world.

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    Mimi La Souris
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    weeeell done !!!! thumbs-up 1 million time :D

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    "If you feel you are time-pressured, it’s probably only natural that you don’t want to invest a chunk of time on one article but instead scan the headlines to get lots of little bits of information. I have certainly noticed myself being less likely to read a long article unless it’s something that genuinely interests me," he said that on the one hand, we’re saving time, but on the other hand, we’re staying at a very superficial level of information.

    "The negative impact is that we won’t reach a deeper level of understanding of something and end up missing out. This is ironic, as people today rush around trying not to miss out on things," Steven told Bored Panda.

    #10

    Unbreakable Escape Artist

    A cow escaping by smashing a fence and swimming to an island illustrates weird facts about the world.

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    #11

    Unexpected Hero Origins

    Actor Steve Buscemi shown as a firefighter and later in life, highlighting weird facts about the world and unusual careers.

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    #12

    Justice or Vigilantism?

    Three people at a press conference discussing a controversial legal case in Texas, weird facts about the world.

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    Katie Lutesinger
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Forget just letting him off the hook - he deserves a goddamn medal for that.

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    "It’s essential to have a growth mindset and realize that you probably know very little. We can only gain more profound knowledge of the world by investing time in exploring it. This issue goes back to short attention spans, which gives us a broad, but shallow spread of knowledge. Take the time to read a book on a subject, and you are bound to learn more," the expert gave some advice, urging everyone to build their patience for content that isn’t just bite-sized.

    #13

    Unexpected Crowd Pleasers

    Audience of men attending a community event, illustrating weird facts about the world and unexpected volunteer support.

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    #14

    Quiz Show Rebel

    Black and white photo of a woman with text about a weird fact regarding the first female winner of a 1950s game show.

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    Katie Lutesinger
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Jerks. I'm glad she beat them at their own game.

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    #15

    Surgery Took Everything Out

    Two surgeons lying on the floor exhausted after a 32-hour surgery, illustrating weird facts about the world.

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    Meanwhile, entertainment and pop culture expert Mike Sington from Hollywood explained to me that there’s a broad range of red flags we have to look out for that might indicate that a fact or a source might be unreliable.

    "Red flags to watch out for that a claim may be fake: it's outlandish, it's too good to be true, you haven't seen the claim anywhere else, you've never heard the source, the source isn't reputable, you can't find two other sources making the same claim, your gut tells you, ‘this can't be true,'" Mike told shared with Bored Panda.

    #16

    Power of Love and Will

    Before and after photos of a couple showing transformation related to weird facts about the world and life-saving donor stories.

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    #17

    Heartwarming Acts of Kindness

    Mr. Rogers feeding fish while sharing a weird fact about kindness from the world that offers a fresh perspective.

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    #18

    Lifelong Blood Hero

    Elderly man donating blood with a rare antigen that helped cure Rhesus disease in a unique weird facts story.

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    "The rise of social media has decreased the reliability of information because misinformation can spread so quickly before it can be corrected," the expert said that one basic thing we can do to check the reliability of a fact is… to start off with a simple and humble Google search. We should be on the lookout for additional sourcing and evidence. If we can’t find anything, we should remain skeptical.

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    "Do this and think before reposting or you may be contributing to the problem. Amplification doesn’t make a claim true or accurate," he said.

    #19

    Stuffed With Comfort

    Baby kangaroo named Doodlebug hugging a teddy bear after being rescued, a weird fact about the world.

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    #20

    Everyday Hero, Real Courage

    Teen boy in hospital after protecting classmates, an inspiring example related to weird facts about the world and bravery.

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    Mimi La Souris
    Community Member
    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    an article from oct. 2021 : “physical wounds were healing, but the (post-traumatic stress disorder) is manifesting itself more all the time.”. The most beautiful is his response after accepting shooter's apology : “I am not God to make the decision to kill him or not. That’s not my decision. My decision is to be a better person and to change the world for every kid. I don’t want this to happen to anybody again. It hurts. It hurts. It really hurts. So, I am just going to keep going. That’s it.”

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    Mike said that sources like Associated Press, Reuters, and The New York Times can be considered to be trustworthy. "They employ fact-checkers and editors that ensure the information they post is correct. They’re basically doing the research and homework for you. There are literally too many online sources to list that can’t be trusted and should be avoided. Anyone can basically post anything they want… proceed with caution," he told Bored Panda.

    "Our attention spans have been reduced to mere seconds at a time because that’s the way information and entertainment is fed to us now. People get tiny bite-sized bits of news by scrolling a Twitter feed, they entertain themselves by scrolling quickly through Instagram and TikTok. It’s creating a habit that doesn’t have to be," he said.

    #22

    Naptime In The Wild

    Aerial view of a sleeping elephant family in nature, illustrating weird facts about the world and animal behavior.

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    #23

    From Spare Change to Big Change

    Homeless man finds a $4,000 ring and returns it, inspiring a viral fundraising story from weird facts about the world.

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    Lovin' Life
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Honesty is the best policy and pay off!!! So thankful for this lady's kindness to help make a change in this mans life. Very wholesome

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    #24

    Slow and Steady Wins Big

    Baby sea turtles crawling on a sandy beach after a long cleanup, showcasing weird facts about the world wildlife.

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    Caro Caro
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hooray. Now clean up all the other beaches and enjoy!

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    "The good news is there’s plenty of long-form entertainment and news available, you just have to seek it out. I believe the benefit is worth it. I’ve discovered it improves your ability to focus, it’s more calming, you retain more information, and it gives you a more balanced and nuanced view of the world.”

    #25

    Risk It All for Science

    Dr. Barry J. Marshall proving weird facts about H. pylori bacteria causing stomach ulcers and winning a Nobel Prize.

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    Lovin' Life
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Dangerous but good for one health as a result. Glad he was okay afterwards.

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    #26

    Front Row Fans Only

    Billy Joel performing live with a large crowd, illustrating one of the weird facts about the world and concert experiences.

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    Ola Pe
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Great thing! I completely get him👍

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    #27

    Above and Beyond Duty

    Two paramedics in uniform prepare dinner and do dishes after a woman with hypoglycemia is taken to hospital, showing kindness.

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    Luttjetrut
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Those guys are not paramedics, they are wearing police uniforms.

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    #28

    When Integrity Pays Off

    Smiling homeless man returns lost $10,000 check, gains housing and job, showing inspiring weird facts about the world.

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    #29

    Cleaning Up The Competition

    Man cleaning bathroom mirror in janitor uniform illustrating weird facts about the world and surprising employee benefits.

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    Caro Caro
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's really nice but $140,000 for Uni?? WOW.

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    #30

    Hunting Made Hearable

    Child laughing while holding a beeping Easter egg created by dad to help visually impaired kids join egg hunts, weird facts world

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    #31

    Luck’s Wildest Comeback

    Man in blue shirt recounting weird facts about surviving death and winning jackpots in a random world story.

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    Katie Lutesinger
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The universe's way of apologising to the guy. :p

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    #32

    Unspoken Bonds

    Man smiling as gorilla touches his face, showcasing one of the weird facts about the world involving Koko the gorilla.

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    Kay blue
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I did not need to cry today, thanks BP!

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    #33

    Silent Rebels Only

    Close-up of a cat with a caption about weird facts revealing cats understand human commands but ignore them.

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    imontape
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That cat could not look more smug lol

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    #34

    Almost Too Late

    Aerial view of a Kansas home surrounded by scorched land after a wildfire, illustrating weird facts about the world.

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    #35

    Mud Therapy Moments

    Woman covered in mud holding a horse's head stuck in mud, illustrating weird facts about the world and unusual events.

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    Katie Lutesinger
    Community Member
    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I read a novel once which opens with a pony getting stuck in the sand at the beach. The owner and her mother end up going "oh well, whatcha gonna do", shrugging and going home, leaving the poor thing to its fate! Then when they come back the next day and find out someone else has rescued the poor animal and taken it away they actually have the gall to be upset about it. I was so infuriated I stopped reading and never finished the book.

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    #36

    Brains Over Beauty

    Black and white photos of Hedy Lamarr with a fact about her invention of frequency hopping in weird facts about the world.

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    Phill Healey
    Community Member
    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    At the beginning of World War II, she and composer George Antheil developed a radio guidance system for Allied torpedoes that used spread spectrum and frequency hopping technology to defeat the threat of jamming by the Axis powers. Although the US Navy did not adopt the technology until the 1960s, the principles of their work are incorporated into Bluetooth and GPS technology and are similar to methods used in legacy versions of CDMA and Wi-Fi.This work led to their induction into the National Inventors Hall of Fame in 2014.

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    #37

    Grandmas Over Chefs

    Elderly woman washing carrots in kitchen, illustrating weird facts about unique global restaurants and grandmas cooking.

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    #38

    Nature’s smallest hero

    Three-year-old girl survives 11 days in Siberian forest with her dog, showcasing an incredible weird fact about the world.

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    Bean
    Community Member
    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wonderful story. I just need to point out the forest isn’t infested with bears and wolves - they live there.

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    #39

    Chopped and Served

    Chef Gordon Ramsay with a funny weird fact about his prison cooking show and hiring an inmate in London restaurant.

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    Dave P
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It was a show about teaching cooking skills to prisoners to give them a job when they get out to rehabilitate them. Ramsey runs a foundation for that and has led to thousands of ex-cons in the UK getting gainful employment when they get out.

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    #40

    Love Lost and Found

    Elderly Russian couple reunited after 60 years apart, a surprising weird fact about the world showing love and fate’s persistence.

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    #41

    Saving Two Lives With One Move

    Puppy lying on grass illustrating a weird fact about the world involving kidney transplants and stray animals.

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    Lovin' Life
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's nice! I hope it saves many dogs.

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    #42

    Unbreakable Bond Moment

    Father saving son in hospital standoff after wrongful brain-dead declaration offers a fresh perspective on weird facts.

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    Lovin' Life
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Good for you Dad! Glad he recovered. The gun was a little much but...it saved his life.

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    #43

    Genuine Kindness Counts

    Bob Ross smiling while painting a landscape, illustrating weird facts about the world and unique artist habits.

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    Dan Padgett
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yet again, an amazing human. It's just sad that for every Bob Ross, we get 200 eejits.

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    #44

    Flipping the Script

    Three people smiling at an event, illustrating weird facts about the world and social perspectives from history.

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    #45

    Respect Changes Everything

    Prison inmates in orange uniforms sitting at a table illustrating weird facts about respect and humanity.

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    Katie Lutesinger
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Being in jail doesn't mean you're automatically a bad person. :)

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    #46

    Classical Petty Moves

    Portraits of Mozart and Adriana Ferrarese del Bene with a weird fact about Mozart’s unique song for her.

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    #47

    Still Punching After 40 Years

    Sylvester Stallone with turtles from Rocky movie, an example of weird facts about the world over 40 years old.

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    #48

    Island Survivor Story

    German Shepherd dog that survived swimming 2 miles and living on mice, a weird fact about the world.

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    #49

    Spice Blend Goals

    Painting showing Colonel Sanders with a man on his back holding a drumstick, illustrating a weird fact about the world.

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    #50

    Starting Small, Dreaming Big

    Black and white photo of a young man with text about weird facts related to acting roles and paychecks.

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    Mazer
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Here is a list of people living in abject poverty before becoming famous Dwayne The Rock Johnson, Tiffany Haddish, Kat Graham, Chris Pratt, Annie Murphy, Amara La Negra, Chris Hemsworth, Chrissy Metz, Jennifer Lopez (who was homeless), Richard Madden, Ed Sheeran, etc etc etc. There are also people who became rich and/or famous and ended without a dime or roof over their heads

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    #51

    Forever a Mum Moment

    Elderly mother and son sharing a heartfelt moment, illustrating weird facts about the world and unique family bonds.

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    #52

    Heroic Ham Heroics

    Pig named Lulu saved owner by stopping traffic and helping during heart attack in a strange but true weird facts moment.

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    #53

    Queen’s Gambit Gets Real

    Woman standing on a giant chessboard holding a large chess piece, illustrating weird facts about the world and perspective.

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    #54

    Silent Heroes Remembered

    Monument in Russia honoring laboratory mice that died advancing scientific research, representing weird facts about the world.

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    #55

    Compassion By Law

    Sad dog behind a cage at a no-k**l German animal shelter highlighting weird facts about the world and animal laws.

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    #56

    Promises From a Young Prince

    Young Prince William with Princess Diana, illustrating a weird fact about the world and royal family dynamics.

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    Lovin' Life
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Princess Diana was an amazing woman and a true humanitarian!

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    #57

    Nature’s Tiny Helpers

    Fish swim in water-filled rice fields demonstrating a weird fact about sustainable farming methods worldwide.

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    #58

    Double Trouble Hatchlings

    Two baby tortoises hatching together from one egg, showcasing weird facts about the world’s animal surprises.

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    #59

    When Justice Finally Hits

    Man in courtroom emotional after false charge dropped, illustrating weird facts about the world and unexpected life perspectives.

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    LunaLovegood987
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is why so many rape victims are not believed. A personal fúck you to this woman and any other people who do this and cause the real victims to be ignored.

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    #60

    The Nightly Scream Ritual

    University students in Sweden participate in the nightly Flogsta scream tradition to relieve stress in their neighborhood.

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    Julieandthephatones
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    why do i really wanna try this rn? this sounds so cool👍

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    #61

    Last Act of Kindness

    Teenager from Connecticut fulfills bucket list by saving a life before a fatal car accident, a weird fact about the world.

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    #62

    Tradition Meets Tribute

    Queen breaking tradition at Buckingham Palace after 9-11 shows historic weird facts about the world and its unique moments.

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    Caro Caro
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What a kind and thoughtful thing to do.

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    #63

    Timeless Pub Vibes

    Sean’s Bar in Ireland is the oldest bar in the world, serving since 900 AD, a weird fact about the world’s history.

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    Kassiopeia
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Do they serve beer from the oldest brewery of the world?

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    #64

    Courage Beneath the Surface

    Rescue diver in cave, illustrating one of the weird facts about the world that offers a fresh perspective on bravery and sacrifice.

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    #65

    Unstoppable in Sandals

    Three women on a podium after an ultramarathon, highlighting weird facts about the world and unusual athletic achievements.

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    #66

    Built for Friendship Forever

    Four Texas couples built their own neighborhood with tiny houses and a community cabin for hanging out together.

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    #67

    Hidden Gold Vault Surprise

    Vault filled with gold bars at the Bank of England illustrating weird facts about the world with surprising discoveries from history.

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    #68

    Giving Back Against All Odds

    Elderly Bulgarian man known for donating begged money to charities, highlighting unusual and inspiring weird facts about the world.

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    Feral Heart
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Fun fact: in Croatian "dobar/dobri" means "good"... Guess he really was a good man

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    #69

    Bug-Free Paradise

    Scenic road in Iceland with purple flowers and mountains, highlighting weird facts about the world and unique wildlife absence.

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    B-b-bird
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    yeah... its cold enough :D but jokes aside, i wish to go there one day, must be amazing country

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    #70

    Unexpected Heroics at Sea

    Sea lion rescues man after Golden Gate Bridge jump in one of many weird facts about the world that inspire wonder.

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    #71

    Unexpected Lifesavers

    Group of men in suits and coats walking outdoors, illustrating weird facts about the world and unexpected humanitarian aid.

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    Dan Padgett
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah, shame about the whole extortion, sex trafficking, drug dealing side of it.

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    #72

    Roots of Resilience

    Tree found at ground zero after 9/11, symbolizing survival, resilience, and rebirth in New York City’s urban landscape.

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    #73

    Ocean’s silent bodyguards

    Dolphins circling a lifeguard and daughter to drive away a shark, a weird fact about the world’s animal behavior.

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    Kay blue
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A male Humpback whale protected a diver from a Tiger Shark.

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    #74

    Defying All Odds

    High school student survived being sucked from airplane struck by lightning, falling 3.2 km still strapped to her chair.

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    rumade
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Imagine the moment after landing where everything is still and you're there, strapped into your seat, in a corn field, wide eyed and windswept from the fall. Surreal

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    #75

    Vegas Tipping 101

    Man smiling in a suit with text about weird facts on tipping in Las Vegas involving a $5 and $100 chip.

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    Meg Curry
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is not the first time he's been called out for not tipping well. Charles Barkley felt bad for a waitress stiffed by Michael and tipped her instead.

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    #76

    Sharp Shooter Skills

    Vintage photos of Annie Oakley with text showcasing weird facts about her incredible shooting skills worldwide.

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    #77

    Jealous Much, Pup?

    Image showing a study fact about dogs’ jealousy, featuring a couple and a husky with a snowy mountain background.

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    #78

    Respect Across Enemy Lines

    Black and white photo of Teddy Roosevelt’s son, accompanied by a weird fact about his military service in World War I.

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    Hugh Willie Mungous
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Such honourable behaviour amongst airmen was common (on both sides) during WWI and even during WWII.

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    #79

    Silent Streets, Serious Minds

    Large group of South Korean students gathered outdoors on Suneung day, a weird fact about global exam silence traditions.

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    #80

    Walking Proof of Resilience

    Man hiking across a road with a cart and Love Life sign, illustrating weird facts about the world and resilience.

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    OCD Mom
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I feel so bad for these parents. They do not get a closure.

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    #81

    Unlikely Heroes in the Sky

    WWII story of a German pilot saving a crippled American plane featuring weird facts about the world and history.

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    J. F.
    Community Member
    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Charlie Brown and Franz Stiegler: The B-17 was heavily damaged and going down, but Brown was able to get it stable again. The german air field commander said that any pilot who shoots at parachutes will be executed, and Stiegler considered the barely flying plane as parachute. He flew so close the the machine that the AA batteries couldn't shoot without hitting Stiegler, and he signaled Brown to land - which he refused. Stiegler decided to escort them out of the hostile air space

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    #82

    Sweet Storm Brewing

    Coffee served with cotton candy cloud that melts and rains sugar, a unique weird fact about the world’s coffee culture in Shanghai.

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    Katie Lutesinger
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A cafe in my area had this on the menu! I ordered it, of course, but it just turned out to be a hot chocolate with a huge wad of fairy floss dumped on top of the mug. Damn. (At least it was good fairy floss).

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    #83

    Respect Runs Deep

    Elderly man sitting on orange playground spring rider in park illustrating weird facts about the world.

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    rumade
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sucks for anyone with abusive parents :/

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    #85

    Melanism Mysteries Unveiled

    Black panther walking on grass with a weird fact about melanism from 120 weird facts about the world collection.

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    #86

    Unlikely Railroad Hero

    Black and white photo of a baboon employed as a railroad signalman showcasing weird facts about the world.

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    Ian Webling
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This was in South Africa. The railway worker trained him after he he lost his legs. The baboon was paid in brandy.

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    #87

    Backyard Michelin Dreams

    A man created a top London restaurant using fake reviews and served microwaved food in his backyard.

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    Ola Pe
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Saw a documentary about it. Tells a lot about our mad social media condition

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    #88

    Playing Uncle Like a Pro

    Jay Leno standing beside a red Lamborghini Countach showcasing weird facts about the world with a unique school story.

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    Lovin' Life
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Telling a lie is never good but perhaps the child was just trying to fit in. Sad that things like that happened but glad that Leno helped him out. Hopefully Leno told him about lying to people.

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    #89

    History in the Genes

    Reconstruction of 9,000-year-old Cheddar Man skeleton and his modern descendant shown side by side.

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    Donnie Mc00
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    the likeness is incredible. I wonder if they reconstructed the face after meeting the Teacher?

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    #90

    Quiet Observers, Deep Thinkers

    Silhouette of a person sitting alone under a purple sky, illustrating weird facts about human social behavior and introverts.

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    Rissie
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sad, lonely introverts... Such judgment. How about individuals who like to observe rather than act and join immediately. The human species thrives on finding patterns and experiencing new things, when in reality we are the novelty ourselves.

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    #91

    No Fooling Around

    Woman smiling and pointing at a BMW with a NOFOOL license plate in a weird facts about the world setting.

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    Dodo
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Honestly glad it wasn't a joke. That's punching down.

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    #92

    Master of Multiple Deals

    Two iPhone 7 devices stacked on c*****d ground with a weird fact about a woman in China using gifts to buy a house.

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    #93

    Coffee Cameo Hustle

    Brad Pitt cameo in Deadpool 2 paid with coffee, a weird fact about the world’s most unusual movie trivia.

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    #94

    Ancient Speed Secrets

    Fossilized human footprints in Australia showing 20,000-year-old weird facts about the world’s past discoveries.

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    #95

    Against All Odds

    Eminem’s unique Oscar win fact shown in a dark setting, illustrating weird facts about the world perspective.

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    Dan Padgett
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    To be honest, he spent the time doing something better.

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    #96

    When Robots Meet Reality

    Hitchhiking robot hitchBOT with LED face and colorful arms holding a beer bottle, illustrating weird facts about the world.

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    Kerri Peek
    Community Member
    Premium
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I hate my own country so much. We are embarrassing.

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    #97

    Unexpected Bear Boss Energy

    Grizzly bear known as The Boss shows unusual behavior, a weird fact that offers a fresh perspective on the world.

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    alex mitchell
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Needs to eat Springsteen for the title. There can be only one!

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    #98

    Still Waiting on That Party

    Skeleton lying on a couch illustrating one of the weird facts about the world involving a man found dead for decades.

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    #99

    Behind Every Legend

    Two men sitting on a couch, one making a hand gesture, illustrating weird facts about the world and freestyle battle history.

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    #100

    Thrones in Unexpected Places

    Iron throne covered in snow in a vast icy landscape, illustrating a weird fact about the world and hidden treasures.

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    Kay blue
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The one in the UK was found less than a mile from where I live.

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    #101

    Mosquitoes and Mic Drops

    Bill Gates holding jar of mosquitoes during TED talk illustrating weird facts about the world and malaria awareness.

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    Dan Padgett
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Man, imagine being so rich that releasing mosquitoes into an auditorium gets you praise. On a serious note, I love Bill. He's done so much with the Foundation.

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    #102

    Racing Legends Never Quit

    Black and white photo of Thomas Edison and Henry Ford sitting on a porch, illustrating weird facts about the world.

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    DC
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sweet, but ... but they were both bitter and mean persons. Henry Ford expressed he liked how germany was run in the thirties, being an antisemit as well, and Edison ... well, where to begin, where to begin ... has he ever invented anything himself, not just taking credit for what competitors and employees have come up with?

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    #103

    Degree Collector Extraordinaire

    Man with over 25 degrees sitting at a desk, showcasing weird facts about the world and extreme educational achievements.

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    Lovin' Life
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Damn! I thought the 5 years I have spent was a long time in Uni!

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    #104

    Scary Success Story

    Surveillance-style image with a paranormal scene illustrating weird facts about the world’s most successful low-budget movie.

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    Katie Lutesinger
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Also the sequel was filmed in the same house as the first movie - the director's house. But it looks different because he used his earnings from the first movie to add an extension and generally spruce the place up.

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    #105

    When Heroism Meets Hallucination

    Man breaks into burning home to save dog, later learns it was an LSD-induced hallucination, a weird fact about the world.

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    #106

    Still Dropping Wisdom

    Tree where Isaac Newton discovered gravity surrounded by a woven fence in a green park with other trees around.

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    Katie Lutesinger
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The thing about the apple hitting him on the head is a myth, however.

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    #107

    Four Flavors of Tipsy

    Group of people holding glasses of drinks in a toast, illustrating weird facts about the world and social behavior.

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    #108

    Inception Snacking

    Close-up of a Kit Kat broken in half, illustrating weird facts about the world with nested layers inside the chocolate bar.

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    #109

    Kids Rule These Streets

    Busy Tokyo street scene with pedestrians and vehicles illustrating weird facts about the world and global perspectives.

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    #110

    Living With The King

    Family in 1953 with pet lion indoors, showcasing one of the weird facts about the world that challenges perspective.

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    Kay blue
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    There are more Tigers privately owned in the US than there are in their natural habitats.

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    #111

    Steeped in Cuteness

    Tea bag shaped like a goldfish swimming in a mug, illustrating weird facts about the world for a fresh perspective.

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    Rissie
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "For best experience, use transparant container". Now it looks like a dead mouse in your cup at first glance...

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    #112

    Outcast by Color

    A rare ginger seal on rocky beach with other seals in distance, illustrating weird facts about the world.

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    TheVioletDragon
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Noooo! She can come live with me, a fellow ginger!

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    #113

    Unexpected Friendships

    Side-by-side photos of two men with text about a weird fact connecting them, illustrating weird facts about the world.

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    #114

    Home Delivery, Then and Now

    Side-by-side images of a mail order house from 1916 and 2018 illustrating weird facts about the world.

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    Marette
    Community Member
    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Did they include the Allen key?

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    #115

    Hangover Hack Uncovered

    Glass of banana milkshake with pink straw and a banana slice, illustrating weird facts about the world and unique remedies.

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    Kevin Gerke
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And if you freeze the bananas first, it will be the same consistancy of a Wendy's Frosty. Soo good with a drop of vanilla.

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    #116

    Perfect for Cuddle Experts

    Couple sleeping on a love mattress designed for couples who enjoy sleeping on each other's arms, weird facts about the world.

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    Josephine
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I would lose my phone in the mattress, every day.

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    #117

    End of an Era

    A man petting Sudan, the last male northern white rhino, with guards nearby in a dry outdoor setting under a dark sky.

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    #118

    Quick Checkmate Secrets

    Chessboard setup with a fact about weird facts in the world mentioning the Fool's mate winning in two moves.

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    T'Mar of Vulcan
    Community Member
    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The school I teach at played another school (we're both state/public schools but the other school always acted like they were better than other state schools) and they beat the pants off us using this move set. (I had not taught my chess kids this move set as I wanted them to develop their own strategies.) The next time we played that school, I had taught them the counter to it, so the next time we won. The next season that school suddenly "didn't have time" to play chess matches anymore.

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    #119

    When Fame Doesn’t Pay

    Man holding a rifle by the sea, illustrating one of the weird facts about the world that offer a fresh perspective.

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    #120

    Graduation by Disaster

    Students in graduation gowns throwing caps with black smoke from a burning university, illustrating weird facts about the world perspective.

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